June 30 is deadline for completing individual action plansTo earn gold for your out-of-pocket medical expenses in 2010, complete your individual action plan by June 30, 2009. If you cover a spouse or domestic partner under your county medical plan, he or she must also complete an action plan by June 30 to earn gold for your family. For low-risk individuals, fax your 42-day log to Healthways at 888-572-5781 or mail it with a postmark of June 30 or sooner to Healthways, 6629 West Central Ave., Toledo, OH 43617. If you fax your log, keep a copy of the fax receipt as proof that you faxed your completed log. If you mail your log, keep a copy and consider mailing it certified. For moderate- or high-risk individuals, complete your three coaching calls by June 30. If you need to schedule your next coaching call, call Healthways at 877-279-0624. If you haven’t heard from Healthways about your action plan, then you need to call Healthways at 877-279-0624 to find out why you haven’t been contacted. For other questions about the Healthy IncentivesSM program or your benefits, contact Benefits, Payroll and Retirement Operations at 206-684-1556 or kc.benefits@kingcounty.gov. Understanding your benefitsAs a King County employee, you receive a comprehensive package of health and insurance benefits. You may also set aside pre-tax dollars into flexible spending accounts to save money on your medical and dependent-care expenses. Wondering whether your health plan covers a specific condition or procedure? Look it up in your plan booklet (regular employee booklet, part-time transit operator booklet or deputy sheriff booklet), and then contact your plan with follow-up questions. If you need additional help, contact Benefits and Retirement Operations at 206-684-1556 or kc.benefits@kingcounty.gov. Your retirement Most King County employees participate in one of several mandatory state retirement plans. However, the county also offers you the opportunity to participate in a voluntary deferred compensation program as a supplement to your state retirement plan and other investments you may have. Other featured benefitsYou can take advantage of free financial, legal and counseling services through the Making Life Easier program and the Employee Assistance Program. Attend one of the free Home Ownership Program classes - you might be able to save thousands of dollars buying, selling or refinancing your home.
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